This collection includes Clare London's first two charming London-based novellas of the With a Kick series. With a Kick is A new and enticing ice cream franchise, with a unique blend of full flavour, mischief and romance. Patrick and Lee are struggling to make a success of their alcoholic ice cream shop in the centre of tourist London. At the same time, their business partnership may take a turn towards the personal -- if either of them can find the time and nerve to go for it! Meanwhile, they cater to the wild and wonderful range of customers in the area, many of whom have their own romantic agenda. Will ice cream be the final ingredient they’re all looking for? Each story is a self-contained romance, but will follow the history of the shop throughout. Contains the stories: Pluck and Play: Curtis is a cheery young entrepreneur, secretly licking his wounds after being beaten up by his ex-lover. Handsome cowboy Riley is stranded in London without money. His consolation is his music, and his fascination is Curtis. Their music brings them together, Riley’s guitar and Curtis’ poetry. But when Curtis is threatened by his ex-lover, Riley intends to be the man to help. Double Scoop: A sudden disaster strikes the novelty ice cream shop, With A Kick, threatening the livelihood of its owner, Patrick, and also his assistant Lee. The last thing in the world Patrick wants is to hurt Lee, but deeply-held insecurities prevent him from confessing his love. And how long will Lee wait to make his own move? Hopefully the disaster brings a new opportunity for them to make a go of things.

With a Kick Collection #2

Phiz munching his way through the wafers—”


talk the customers into trying new flavours!”


together. Patrick took a deeper breath, wondering why he couldn’t calm his


heart beat. He felt like a teenager again. “Are you back for good? I mean...”


mean.” Lee nodded. “Yes. I’m back full time, wherever you need me. I’ve had some


time to think things through, but it’s all settled now.”


ask. “Come with me back to the shop? We can catch up there over a coffee.”


“Definitely. I’ve been able to stock up a small inventory, even if the cafe


trade isn’t open again yet. David got together with Phiz and they’ve started up


an online store. We’ve been supplying local customers, though on a smaller scale,


great idea! It’s really got potential. We can pitch to the catering sites, and


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